About Us
Art from the Heart
THRIVING THROUGH CREATIVE EXPRESSION
At Peckham, we unleash the creative potential within every individual through our Art from the Heart program. We believe empowering people with disabilities and other barriers through creative expression helps them to grow both personally and professionally. Our supportive, judgment-free art spaces allow artists to explore their creativity at their own pace, building confidence, joy, and a sense of community. We champion the inclusion of artists with disabilities in the broader art space, and engage with the community to showcase their talent and provide opportunities to exhibit and sell their work.
FEATURED ARTISTS
Bonnie Lay
Watercolor and marker
Chris Bappert
Acrylic paint
Christi Mills
Graphite
Dav’Anta Tippins
Oil pastel and watercolors
Dominique Jones
Acrylic paint and marker
Donna Gathof
Digital
Krissy Urbauer
Acrylic pour
Scott Palmer
Marker illustration
SUPPORTED BY PECKHAM FOUNDATION
Art from the Heart is supported by the Peckham Community Partnership Foundation. Since 2000, the Foundation has been key in supporting Peckham’s mission to provide opportunities for people with disabilities and other barriers. Foundation funding provides flexibility to meet needs through a holistic approach to vocational rehabilitation.
Support Our Mission
Donations to the Peckham Foundation empower those we serve to achieve independence and success.
Our Partners
Art Alliance w/ Lansing Art Gallery & Education Center
Professional artists facilitate various art experiences for Peckham artists, focusing on integrating accessibility. This program also helps our team members connect with the Greater Lansing arts community.
MSU Residential College in the Arts and Humanities
MSU Residential College in the Arts and Humanities (RCAH) students participate in community engagement courses, and virtual art experiences by working directly with Peckham artists. This collaboration aims to reduce social stigma faced by people with disabilities through genuine connections.
Michigan State University Federal Credit Union
Artists have the opportunity to showcase their work in the community through our longstanding partnership with MSUFCU, which hosts our annual art shows. Artists can choose pieces to display and/or sell. We also organize an artist reception where the community can meet artists and purchase artwork.
Club Create Lansing
Peckham hosts the Michigan Arts Access Lansing Chapter of Club Create. Club Create is a monthly art group that meets at Peckham. Meetings are facilitated by professional artists through Michigan Arts Access, and are open to any Peckham employee or community member.
CONTACT US
Connect with us to learn how you can support and celebrate the creative potential of artists with disabilities. In order to participate in the Art from the Heart program, individuals must be a part of one of Peckham services or programs.